The Dragon and Pearl Design, appears to be Hand Cast. The Design surrounds the Pot. It is of quite SUBSTANTIAL Weight, with a Very DENSE Thickness. There is a lip around the top, so it undoubtedly had a lid. It has a Hand Engraved Mark, on the base-MADE IN CHINA. The condition is Antique good. All of the beautiful age patina, (mellow, smooth and soft), of a very old piece. View photos for condition. The Censer stands approximately 7″ high, and approximately 5″ circumstance, at the top. An Exceptional, and beautiful Antique Chinese Censer, ready to display. Exceptional in every way.